Director Naoki Hamaguchi has assured that sales of Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth have improved since a financial report from Square Enix, published in September 2024, revealed an initial poor performance. In statements to Automaton, Hamaguchi emphasized that the second installment of the Remake has performed successfully on both PS5 and PC. “I know some fans have expressed concerns, but please rest assured that we will be able to deliver a high-quality third chapter,” he confirmed.
A game that has managed to take flight
The development of this third game is already underway, with Hamaguchi indicating that much of the content is playable and that the team is focused on refining the game. “The direction and shape of the game are firmly established. At this moment, the team is united around perfecting everything,” added the director.
It is important to note that both Final Fantasy 16 and 7: Rebirth showed lower sales performance according to the financial report from May 2024. This report, prepared before the releases of both games for PC, raises questions about Square Enix’s release strategy. FF16 arrived on PC 15 months after its release on PS5, while Rebirth made its debut on the new system in January 2025, almost a year after the console version.
Square Enix has expressed its intention to “aggressively pursue” a new strategy to attract PC users. This includes the plan to launch titles such as the third part of the Final Fantasy 7 remake simultaneously for PC and consoles, in a move that contrasts with past mistakes related to temporary exclusives. This strategy could mark a significant change in the way the company approaches the market, seeking to adapt to the demands of current players.
